Presented by Willistown Conservation Trust

Beech Leaf Disease Talk and Walk at Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center| November 1

Location

Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center
911-915 Delchester Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
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Date & Time

Sunday, 11/01/2026
9:30am EDT - 10:45am EDT
Add to Calendar 11/01/2026 09:30:00 AM 11/01/2026 10:45:00 AM America/New_York Beech Leaf Disease Talk and Walk at Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center| November 1 Sunday, November 1 9:30 am - 10:45 am Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center Join Nicole DeLizzio, Stewardship Manager at Willistown Conservation Trust, and John Dwyer, Board Certified Master Arborist with Shreiner Tree Care, for a guided walk and talk through the woodlands at Rushton Woods Preserve. At the beginning of the program, we will look at a few images inside Rushton Conservation Center, but most of the time will be on the trail. During this engaging outdoor workshop, participants will learn about Beech Leaf Disease, how to identify its early signs, understand how it spreads, and its impact on our regions canopy. Nicole and John will share the latest research, discuss the ecological impacts of the disease, and explain current treatment options used to protect beech trees and preserve the health. Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center 911-915 Delchester Road Newtown Square, PA 19073

Sunday, November 1
9:30 am - 10:45 am
Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center

Join Nicole DeLizzio, Stewardship Manager at Willistown Conservation Trust, and John Dwyer, Board Certified Master Arborist with Shreiner Tree Care, for a guided walk and talk through the woodlands at Rushton Woods Preserve.

At the beginning of the program, we will look at a few images inside Rushton Conservation Center, but most of the time will be on the trail.

During this engaging outdoor workshop, participants will learn about Beech Leaf Disease, how to identify its early signs, understand how it spreads, and its impact on our regions canopy. Nicole and John will share the latest research, discuss the ecological impacts of the disease, and explain current treatment options used to protect beech trees and preserve the health.

Sunday, November 1
9:30 am - 10:45 am
Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center

Join Nicole DeLizzio, Stewardship Manager at Willistown Conservation Trust, and John Dwyer, Board Certified Master Arborist with Shreiner Tree Care, for a guided walk and talk through the woodlands at Rushton Woods Preserve.

At the beginning of the program, we will look at a few images inside Rushton Conservation Center, but most of the time will be on the trail.

During this engaging outdoor workshop, participants will learn about Beech Leaf Disease, how to identify its early signs, understand how it spreads, and its impact on our regions canopy. Nicole and John will share the latest research, discuss the ecological impacts of the disease, and explain current treatment options used to protect beech trees and preserve the health.

PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
PARKING | Parking will be located at Rushton Farm (911 Delchester Rd, Newtown Square) 
Program attendees will meet in front of The Rushton Conservation Center, a short walk across the field of Rushton Farm.
ACCESSIBILITY | 
OTHER EVENT INFORMATION | This event will consist of a guided walk on our Rushton Preserve. terrain consists of natural paths, inclines, and uneven ground. Please dress accordingly for the weather.

POLICIES
CANCELLATION POLICY | WCT may cancel events due to inclement weather or low registration. If an event is canceled, we will notify you of the rescheduled event date, and you will receive a full refund. If you can no longer attend | If your cancellation is at least 72 hours in advance of the event date, you will receive a full refund. Please email ndd@wctrust.org or call 610-353-2562 to cancel. If your cancellation is less than 72 hours' notice and you DO NOT attend a event, your event registration fee will support the Trust's mission to save open space and connect people to nature. Thank you for understanding. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. 

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Program attendees will meet in front of The Rushton Conservation Center, a short walk across the field of Rushton Farm.

Location

Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center
911-915 Delchester Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Get Directions

Date & Time

Sunday, 11/01/2026
9:30am EDT - 10:45am EDT
Add to Calendar 11/01/2026 09:30:00 AM 11/01/2026 10:45:00 AM America/New_York Beech Leaf Disease Talk and Walk at Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center| November 1 Sunday, November 1 9:30 am - 10:45 am Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center Join Nicole DeLizzio, Stewardship Manager at Willistown Conservation Trust, and John Dwyer, Board Certified Master Arborist with Shreiner Tree Care, for a guided walk and talk through the woodlands at Rushton Woods Preserve. At the beginning of the program, we will look at a few images inside Rushton Conservation Center, but most of the time will be on the trail. During this engaging outdoor workshop, participants will learn about Beech Leaf Disease, how to identify its early signs, understand how it spreads, and its impact on our regions canopy. Nicole and John will share the latest research, discuss the ecological impacts of the disease, and explain current treatment options used to protect beech trees and preserve the health. Rushton Woods Preserve and Rushton Conservation Center 911-915 Delchester Road Newtown Square, PA 19073
Nicole DeLizzio | WCT Stewardship Manager
Nicole DeLizzio | WCT Stewardship Manager

Nicole has an extensive background in arboriculture, natural lands management, and ecological gardening. Her past experience includes positions at Longwood Gardens, Kendal Arboretum, and most recently Mt. Cuba Center. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Delaware and is an ISA certified arborist. As the Stewardship Manager, she will be combining these skills to oversee the care of WCT’s nature preserves. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys trying new restaurants, tree and rock climbing, and blending her love of trees and art through pyrography – the art of woodburning

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John Dwyer | Board Certified Master Arborist and Registered Consulting Arborist
John Dwyer | Board Certified Master Arborist and Registered Consulting Arborist

John has 16 years of dedicated experience with Shreiner Tree Care. He uses his training as a Landscape Architect to help homeowners and property managers make informed decisions about caring for their trees. John is passionate about staying at the forefront of science and using his knowledge of Plant Health Care and Tree Preservation to help protect his client’s investments.

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Litylenchus crenatae subsp. mccannii.
Litylenchus crenatae subsp. mccannii.

nematode associated with beech leaf disease (BLD)

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